durable

adjective
UK: /ˈdjʊərəbl/
US: /ˈdʊrəbl/

  1. Able to last a long time without breaking or getting damaged.

    1. This toy is very durable for kids.
    2. We need to find a durable solution to this ongoing problem that persists despite our efforts.

  2. Remaining in good condition over a long period of time.

    1. I bought a durable jacket last year.
    2. Investing in durable goods can lead to long-term savings because they don't need frequent replacement.

Synonyms

strong lasting tough long-lasting sturdy hard-wearing
durable plural-noun

  1. Goods that do not need to be replaced often.

    1. Cars are durable goods.
    2. The store sells a range of durable household items designed to withstand daily use.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "durable" in English means: Able to last a long time without breaking or getting damaged., Remaining in good condition over a long period of time..

The phonetic transcription of "durable" is /ˈdjʊərəbl/ in British English and /ˈdʊrəbl/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "durable": strong, lasting, tough, long-lasting, sturdy, hard-wearing.

Example usage of "durable": "This toy is very durable for kids.". More examples on the page.